The loss of someone close creates a silence that can feel overwhelming, and grief often shows up in deeply personal ways. For many families, choosing to keep a loved one’s ashes at home becomes part of how they cope with that loss. As cremation continues to grow in popularity across the United States, questions naturally arise about whether keeping ashes at home is appropriate, respectful, or healthy. There is no single correct answer. Instead, the decision is shaped by emotional needs, cultural traditions, spiritual beliefs, and what brings the most comfort during a difficult time.
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